6) Right now, hikers are making their way along an overgrown trail on St. Martin. When they reach the top of a ridge, they're pouring sweat but giddy to see a perfect arc of sand, Baie de Petite Cayes, begin to unfurl below them. They've trekked for nearly an hour, but they know they're likely to be totally alone as they spread a romantic picnic lunch on the pristine sand. From atop a large black boulder, they have a stunning view of the exquisite sea grape-fringed beach washed by sapphire water and white-capped waves. Sailboats pass just offshore. The couple floats the last few yards down to the creamy white sand and cool, clear water. — ZS
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